The key to a successful DIY car detailing job is to set yourself up for success from the start. Before you actually start ...

Keeping your car ultra-clean isn't just about appearances, it's also about longevity. Regular washing can prevent contaminants like dirt, salt, and even bird droppings from damaging your paint and ...

A clean, well-maintained cabin does more than improve your driving experience—it helps keep allergens and other issues at bay and can help boost your car's resale value. Whether you're a daily ...

We all love a gleaming car that’s polished, spotless, and practically singing as it cruises down the road. But let’s face it: many of us have the water-wasting habits of a dehydrated camel when it ...

Listen up, kids. Uncle Drew caught us detailing our rides with Turpentine and Murphy's Oil. After a brutal paddling, he gave us a severe lecture about car care. What follows is a condensed, friendly ...

Editor’s note: This article was last updated on Nov. 12, 2020. It has been reviewed by Cars.com Senior News Editor Jennifer Harrington and is still accurate. For car owners living in colder climates, ...

Hard water stains are not uncommon on car windshields, but you can actually clean them fairly easily using a few supplies you ...

With new and used-car prices as high as they are, it’s more important than ever to protect the vehicle you already have. You don’t have to spend $100 or more to bring your car to a detailer or car ...

Dreading the car detailing ahead of you? The outside isn’t too bad, but cleaning the inside of your ride can be a little challenging. You’re working in a small and confined space and there are a lot ...